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Artificial sweeteners linked to faster cognitive decline in large study
Original: A study of nearly 13,000 adults found that people consuming the most artificial sweeteners experienced a 62% faster decl
A study of nearly 13,000 adults found that those consuming the highest amounts of artificial sweeteners experienced a 62% faster decline in memory and thinking skills, equal to roughly 1.6 additional years of brain ageing. The findings are drawing attention from health and nutrition commentators, with many urging caution about diet drinks and sugar substitutes, though researchers note the study shows an association rather than definitive proof of harm.
Why now: New research linking common artificial sweeteners to accelerated cognitive decline has raised health concerns among consumers
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- A study of nearly 13,000 adults found that people consuming the most artificial sweeteners experienced a 62% faster decline in memory and thinking skills, equivalent to approximately 1.6 additional… # wellness # nutrition # brainhealth https://www.… · Econopass@flipboard.com · 1
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